NewsMiddle EastLIVEIsrael hits Iran with air strikes after Tehran fires missiles at northern IsraelIt's the first time Iran and Israel have attacked each other's territory since the ceasefire came into force in April. Donald Trump had urged Israel not to retaliate.Israel strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truceIsrael says the attacks on the Lebanese capital were ordered "in response to Hezbollah's firing at Israeli territory".9 hrs agoMiddle EastEx-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors sayZeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.3 days agoMiddle EastOscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.4 days agoCultureOne dead, five injured after shooting in IsraelThe suspect opened fire from a car in several locations before being shot dead.14 hrs agoMiddle EastIran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa rowAll of Iran's group games are in the US, but players and support staff will have to fly in and out of the country on match day.17 hrs agoMiddle EastFuneral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West BankThe seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.1 day agoMiddle EastUS and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefireThe US military strikes Iranian drones and radar sites and Tehran says it has targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.Lebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on carThe Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talksIsrael's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents. Israeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics sayWomen and children were among those killed in the attacks on four residential buildings, which Israel's military says killed four Hamas security officials.One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airportIran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island. FeaturesWars, sanctions and punishments: Iraq's 40-year World Cup waitIraq return to the World Cup with ambitions of delivering stronger performances and results than first time round in 1986.Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images showAnalysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit IsraelFibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.Are US and Iran close to peace or sliding back to war?Neither side seems interested in a return to all-out conflict, despite the latest exchange of strikes.'Like a prisoner being released' - Relief for Iranians as internet shutdown endsThe government imposed the blackout after the start of the war with the US and Israel in February, cutting most Iranians off from the outside world.Watch/ListenWatch: New footage shows moment Iranian drone struck Kuwait airportOne person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.Traffic at a standstill as people flee BeirutThe BBC's John Sudworth reports from Beirut, as Isreal says it will start striking the Lebanese capital once again.How much damage have Iranian strikes caused the US?Iran has damaged 20 US military sites since the start of the war, satellite images and videos analysed by BBC Verify show.Are the US and Iran close to reaching a peace deal… again?BBC’s Sarah Smith looks at why both countries are in a tense cycle of negotiations, despite the progress President Trump consistently claims.Latest updates9 hrs agoIsrael strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truceIsrael says the attacks on the Lebanese capital were ordered "in response to Hezbollah's firing at Israeli territory".9 hrs ago13 hrs agoLast-minute visas and moving training camp: Iran's road to the World CupIran's participation has become one of the most complex stories of the tournament. 13 hrs ago14 hrs agoOne dead, five injured after shooting in IsraelThe suspect opened fire from a car in several locations before being shot dead.14 hrs ago17 hrs agoIran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa rowAll of Iran's group games are in the US, but players and support staff will have to fly in and out of the country on match day.17 hrs ago1 day agoIran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visasIranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country.1 day ago1 day agoLebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on carThe Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.1 day ago1 day agoFuneral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West BankThe seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.1 day ago2 days agoPalestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry saysThe Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".2 days ago3 days agoEx-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors sayZeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.3 days ago...
